Podcasts about courageous faith

What do you do when your faith no longer fits the formulas you were given? In this episode, I sit down with Kendall to talk about what she calls “soul friction” — the holy discomfort that surfaces through disillusionment, infertility, adoption, racial awakening, purity culture, and watching the church miss the way of Jesus. We explore anger, courage, embodiment, and what it really means to pray “on earth as it is in heaven.” This is a conversation about tending the fire instead of letting it burn everything down and choosing courageous faith over easy certainty.Kendall Mariah is a lifestyle content creator, photographer, and brand strategist whose honest storytelling has cultivated a deeply connected online community. As a business owner, military spouse, and adoptive mom, she speaks authentically about the intersections of faith, identity, and everyday life. Her debut book, THIS LITTLE FIRE OF MINE, releases in February 2026.Kendall's Book:This Little Fire of MineConnect with Joshua: jjohnson@shiftingculturepodcast.comGo to www.shiftingculturepodcast.com to interact and donate. Every donation helps to produce more podcasts for you to enjoy.Follow on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Threads, Bluesky or YouTubeConsider Giving to the podcast and to the ministry that my wife and I do around the world. Just click on the support the show link belowGet Your Sidekick Support the show

Washington Wednesday on political risk of Iran conflict, World Tour on Nepal's election, and a graphic novel about courageous faith. Plus, squeaky feet, Janie B. Cheaney on emerging research about student computers and the Wednesday morning newsSupport The World and Everything in It today at wng.org/donateThe Free Lutheran Bible College (FLBC), Plymouth, MN, prepares students to live out their calling through the study of God's Word in authentic community since 1964. At FLBC, biblical truth isn't an elective course—it's the foundation of our academic study. Through the study of God's Word in authentic, Christ-centered community, you'll form a biblical worldview that gives you clarity and confidence for whatever comes next—college, career, family, or ministry. Learn more at flbc.edu/worldBoyce College offers a Christ-centered education built on the truth of God's Word. Every student—no matter their major—takes 30 hours of Bible and theology, learning how to think biblically, live faithfully, and lead with conviction.Formed from the 160-year legacy of Southern Seminary, Boyce College prepares students for maximum faithfulness in the world, the workplace, the church, and the family.Learn more at boycecollege.comAnd from Covenant College, where students are equipped with a Christ-centered education rooted in the Reformed tradition. Covenant.edu/world

Send a textIn this conversation, Mackenzie Hunter shares her journey of faith, blogging, and digital content creation. She discusses her transition from a traditional blog to social media, her experiences as a digital missionary, and the impact of her work on the Catholic community. Mackenzie emphasizes the importance of prayer, courage, and sharing one's faith, while also addressing the challenges of navigating social media. The conversation concludes with her hopes for the future of the Church and encouragement for young Catholics to share their stories.Folllow Mackenzie: https://www.instagram.com/acaffeinatedcatholic/Thanks for Tuning in to Yes Catholic! We're so grateful you joined us for this episode. If this story inspired you, be sure to like, share, and subscribe to keep saying Yes to Jesus with us. Stay connected with the Yes Catholic community on Instagram and subscribe on YouTube @yes.catholic for more powerful testimonies and faith-filled content. Your support helps us continue sharing stories and reaching people all over the world! Thank you in advance for your generosity! Thank you for being part of the Yes Catholic community—where real people share real stories, all for God's glory! Thank You to Our Sponsors! This episode of Yes Catholic is made possible by the generous support of our sponsors Truthly and Tabella. Your partnership helps us continue sharing powerful testimonies and inspiring stories of faith.

HOW TO LOVE GOD AND OTHERS1) WALK IN GRATITUDE AND THANKSGIVING Joshua 24:9-13 NIV- DO I EXPRESS GRATITUDE AND THANKFULNESS?2) BE COMMITTED AND FAITHFUL Joshua 24:14-15 NIVAM I FAITHFUL AND COMMITED WHEN IT'S HARD?3) SACRIFICE AND GET RID OF DISTRACTIONS Joshua 24:21-24 NIV- AM I WILLING TO SACRIFICE DISTRACTIONS?

HOW TO PRAY IN POWER1) BE TRUSTWORTHY AND HAVE INTEGRITY Joshua 10:6-8 NIVIs there any area where I'm not trustworthy?2) PRAYER AND FAITH REQUIRE ACTION Joshua 10:9-14 NIV- Is there any area I need to act on my faith?3) DON'T FIGHT LIES ABOUT YOU Joshua 10:20-21NIVFather, take care of those who falsely accuse me

Joshua 1:1-11, Numbers 13-14

WHAT CAN WE LEARN FROM DEFEAT1) NOT SEEKING GOD LEADS TO TROUBLE Joshua 7:2-5 NIVIs there any area in my life where I'm not seeking God?2) SIN IMPACTS MORE THAN JUST THE SINNER Joshua 7:20-21,24-25 NIV- Is there any area I need to make right with God/others?3) GOD RESTORES US WHEN WE OBEY Joshua 8:1-2 NIV

Have you ever had a situation where you had tried everything on your own and nothing helped? Our episode today looks at a woman in the Bible who struggled for...

Security expert Elizabeth Neumann, author of "Kingdom of Rage" and a former member of the Department of Homeland Security, responds to situations like what's been happening in Minneapolis.  How do you balance the need for border security and compassion?  How do you live a courageous faith in this context?  Religous researcher Ryan Burge, author of "The Vanishing Church," talks about how many churches have become culturally, economically, politically homogeneous.  This has impacted the broader society in negative ways, and our impact for the gospel.   The Reconnect with Carmen and all Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Life rarely unfolds without surprise, hardship, or moments that test our emotional and spiritual limits. This Christian devotional explores how God prepares believers to live with courageous faith, even in the face of fear, uncertainty, and overwhelming circumstances. Rooted in John 16:33, this devotion reminds us that while trouble is unavoidable, peace and victory are found in Christ—who has already overcome the world. Highlights God prepares His people for hardship before it arrives Jesus offers peace even while acknowledging life’s troubles Courageous faith grows when we remain connected to Christ The Holy Spirit strengthens, guides, and sustains believers God’s grace meets us before and after moments of failure Abiding in Christ replaces fear with peace and clarity Victory comes through reliance on Jesus, not self-effort Do you want to listen ad-free? 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Whether we're helping people pay off their unsecured debt or offering assistance to those behind in their mortgage payments. https://trinitycredit.org Full Transcript Below: Divinely Prepared to Live with Courageous FaithBy: Jennifer Slattery Bible Reading:“I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.” - John 16:33, NIV Most of us don’t like to be caught off guard, hit with something we weren’t expecting. Those situations can feel disorienting if not overwhelming. Not long ago, a friend shared an experience with me that, in the moment, triggered all of her internal alarm systems, resulting in her landing in total freak-out mode. In short, she and her husband decided to attend a small group for those enduring chronic anxiety, depression, or other mental health challenges. She went to receive encouragement in her long and arduous healing journey from complex trauma, and her husband accompanied her to offer support. She walked into the meeting room expecting something similar to a Bible study with sharing opportunities similar to what occurs with Alcoholics Anonymous. Mentally and emotionally unprepared for a deep discussion on trauma, she quickly found herself overwhelmed and embarrassed by her intense reaction. The following week, however, she responded much differently, largely because she now knew what to expect and had been able to talk through this with her therapist. This allowed her to bring tools, like her current knitting project, as a grounding tool when she sensed herself becoming overwhelmed. The disciples Jesus spoke with in today’s verse would soon face numerous overwhelming and life-threatening circumstances that could’ve easily triggered panic, causing them to lash out physically or verbally, flee or withdraw from the danger, and therefore their calling, or become paralyzed by their fear. The Lord knew this. He grasped how difficult life would soon become for His first-century followers. That understanding, coupled with His incomprehensible love, motivated Him to prepare them for what lay ahead. First, He told them that one of them would betray Him, Peter would deny Him, and all of them would abandon Him during His darkest hour. But recognize, He didn’t say this to shame them but instead to help them, post failure, to return to Him and receive His grace. He also said that they’d experience persecution and even death for their faith. First, however, He spoke powerful promises to encourage and strengthen their trembling souls. Although He told them that He’d soon be leaving, and they couldn’t join, He also assured them that He wasn’t abandoning them. He was going to prepare a place for them and would eventually return for them, thereby declaring that their hardship wouldn’t get the final say. His love and grace would. He also let them know that they wouldn’t have to face their upcoming difficulties, or any other aspect of life, alone. He’d send them God the Holy Spirit, to strengthen, guide, and teach them, and speak through them. Then, in John 15:1-8, He spoke words that, when applied, have the capacity to bolster the most timid souls. In verses 4-5, He said, Remain in me, as I also remain in you. No branch can bear fruit by itself; it must remain in the vine. Neither can you bear fruit unless you remain in me.“I am the vine; you are the branches. If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing. That was their survival plan. Their freak-out escape route. When overpowered and overwhelmed, they weren’t to rely on themselves. They needed to turn and draw near to, remain vitally connected to, and spiritually alert to, His presence at work within them. He would give them everything they needed to live as the victorious conquerors He was calling them to be. They would overcome because He, their Savior, had already overcome. Intersecting Life & Faith: God still prepares His children for the hard things to come. Throughout Scripture, we read numerous warnings of the unavoidable difficulties ahead–sickness, wars and rumors of wars, natural disasters, relational storms with people who act antagonistically to our faith. But the Lord also describes, in detail, how to stand strong even when the ground beneath us feels ready to give way. As we “abide” or “remain” in Him through prayer, Bible reading, connecting with other Christ-followers, listening for His voice, and resting in His presence, He steadily and progressively replaces our fear with courage and peace, our confusion with clarity, and our heartache with joy. Equally important, He speaks of His grace before our moment of moral failure so that we know we can return to it and rely upon it. Phrased differently, He reminds us that His grace wasn’t His backup plan. It has been His life-saving, soul-nurturing strategy since the beginning of time. No matter what we encounter, we can trust that His grace is sufficient, for His strength is perfected, or reaches its full expression, in our weakness–when our weakness draws us closer to Him, that is. Further Reading:Matthew 26:411 Corinthians 16:13-14Proverbs 22:3 Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

How would you respond if someone came into your office on a mission to kill you? Would it even cross your mind to share the gospel? Host Casey Harper is joined by Virginia Prodan author and international human rights attorney as she shares her story of persecution and saving her assassin. Living in communist Romania, Virginia felt called to share the gospel with her clients, even when it meant putting herself in danger. She tells her story and encourages believers to allow the Lord to use you in ways you may never expect.

How would you respond if someone came into your office on a mission to kill you? Would it even cross your mind to share the gospel? Host Casey Harper is joined by Virginia Prodan author and international human rights attorney as she shares her story of persecution and saving her assassin. Living in communist Romania, Virginia felt called to share the gospel with her clients, even when it meant putting herself in danger. She tells her story and encourages believers to allow the Lord to use you in ways you may never expect.

How would you respond if someone came into your office on a mission to kill you? Would it even cross your mind to share the gospel? Host Casey Harper is joined by Virginia Prodan author and international human rights attorney as she shares her story of persecution and saving her assassin. Living in communist Romania, Virginia felt called to share the gospel with her clients, even when it meant putting herself in danger. She tells her story and encourages believers to allow the Lord to use you in ways you may never expect.

HOW DO I WAIT FOR GOD TO MOVE?1) ALWAYS START WITH WORSHIP Joshua 6:6-7 NIV- How can I start each day with worship?2) BE FAITHFUL AND PATIENT IN THE MUNDANE Joshua 6:10-14 NIVIs there any area of disobedience I need to confess?3) OBEY AND TRUST GOD FOR THE VICTORY Joshua 6:20-21,25 NIV- Can I trust God despite what seems to be?

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HOW TO WALK IN COURAGEOUS FAITH1) OBEDIENT PREPARATION – FOLLOWINGGOD'S PRESENCEJoshua 3:1-6 NIV- God often asks for preparation and obediencebefore He moves.2) FAITH IN ACTION – STEPPING FORWARDBEFORE GOD MOVESJoshua 3:7-13 NIV- God's power is often revealed after we take thefirst step of faith.3) GOD'S POWER REVEALED - OBEDIENCELEADS TO VICTORYJoshua 3:14-17 NIV- When God's people obey in faith, God shows Hispower in unmistakable ways.

Fear is loud right now, but courage is still available.  In this first episode of 2026, Pastor Lee Domingue and Harrison talk about what it looks like to live with courageous faith in a fearful world. Anchored in John 16:33, this conversation reminds us that courage is not the absence of fear, but the choice to trust God in the middle of it. Pastor Lee shares personal stories, biblical insight, and practical encouragement on choosing faith under pressure, leaning into community, and remembering who is with you when fear tries to take over.  If you're facing uncertainty or stepping into a new season, this episode will encourage you to take heart and move forward with confidence in God.

Welcome to Smells Like Smoke, a bold podcast for those who are tired of safe, comfortable faith. Inspired by Jude 23, this show is about getting close enough to the fire to rescue people, not just talk about it.Each episode challenges you to trade comfort for courage and distance for action. This is not about winning arguments or playing church. It is about stepping into messy, real-world situations to pull people back from addiction, isolation, shame, and spiritual death.If your faith never costs you anything and never smells like smoke, you might be standing too far from the fire. Stay close. Rescue is worth the cost.

Joshua 2:1-24 | January 11, 2026 | Hanley Liuhttps://youtu.be/inkyv2-UnQU

Truth Rising isn't just a documentary—it's a call to courage for Christians navigating a culture redefining faith, identity, and morality. In this episode, Dr. Jeff sits down with John Stonestreet of the Colson Center as they explore the civilizational moment we're living in and why clarity and conviction matter more than ever for Christians. Through the lens of Truth Rising, they discuss how ordinary believers can make an extraordinary impact by choosing courage over fear and grounding their lives in Christ-centered truth. Whether you're navigating a confusing cultural moment or seeking hope and direction in uncertain times, this conversation offers biblical clarity, practical wisdom, and encouragement to stand firm with faith and grace. To learn more about the documentary, visit Truthrising.com. Please send us your feedback and questions to: podcast@summit.org  

We’ll be focusing on 1 Corinthians 9:24-27 and praying around what it looks like to following Jesus into a life of love and with courageous faith! We'll kick off our 2026 Transformation Plan as a great opportunity for us to align our hearts and minds this year.

Washington Wednesday on fragmentation on the right, World Tour on significant global news of 2025, and Charlie Kirk's courageous faith. Plus, a revealing word of the year, Daniel Darling on prayer for the persecuted believers, and the Wednesday morning newsSupport The World and Everything in It today at wng.org/donateAdditional support comes from Commuter Bible, the work-week audio Bible. Available on podcast apps and commuterbible.org. New yearly plans begin January 5

In this episode, Heather continued to teach on GC Values that sustain the four pillars of purpose. She touched on how to build as a family with courageous faith to multiply.od.

This is the second installment of our midweek conversations called Third Way in Practice. These dialogues explore the complexities and opportunities in practicing the Third Way. Today, Mark is joined by Ben Law as they discuss how the Third Way creates a path to reclaim a courageous faith. www.thevineaustin.org

Where are you at with Jesus?What are you building your life on?How scared is Satan because of you sharing hope in Jesus? What is your “Next Step” in trusting Jesus with your life? 

Listen to my new message "COURAGEOUS FAITH"  Please share our program and give us a 5-star review!  Courageous Faith is trusting God no matter what trial is happening in your life! You can face the giants in your life with confidence and great courage!  This message will help give you courage in the middle of any storm! Remember God is with you always and you can trust Him to help you through anything! With God backing you up, you can stand firm and stand strong! Our God is the awesome God and He will help rescue you!  Don't give up or be afraid! Stand strong! Be of good Courage! Have Courageous Faith in the Lord! 

Message from Jarrett Stephens on October 26, 2025

This week we fix our eyes on Jesus, running the race He's called us to with hope! Remembering that we have encouragement from those who've gone before us, we can let the baggage go that's holding us back and persevere until we reach the end of our race! Discussion Questions: In verse 1, what two things does the writer tell believers to “lay aside”? How do those two (i.e. every weight and the sin that clings closely) function differently in slowing us down in the race of faith? Verse 2 says Jesus is the “pioneer and perfecter of faith.” What actions of Jesus in this verse show what that means? (Look closely at the verbs). What do those teach us about what endurance actually looks like? In verse 3, we’re told to “consider Him.” Based on everything in verses 1–3, what specific things about Jesus’ endurance are we meant to remember, and how does that strengthen weary believers? In what ways do you sense you've grown weary or are growing weary in life today? Was there a particular vantage point that the Lord used to encourage you?

Join us for an inspiring video podcast as Gary shares inspirations from the story of Moses about walking in courageous faith. Get strengthened to go from an Exodus 5 leader to an Exodus 14 leader where your faith does not rest on your circumstances or the opinions of men but on the promises of God!OTHER⁠⁠⁠⁠Pure Encouragement⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow ⁠⁠⁠⁠@pureencouragement⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch on YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Read the ⁠⁠⁠⁠Pure Encouragement Blog⁠⁠⁠⁠Take the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠30 Day Identity Challenge⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Pastor Lee Domingue encouraged The Point to live with courageous faith rather than fear, sharing his personal journey from successful entrepreneur to ministry leader and emphasizing that courage isn't the absence of fear but choosing faith in God's presence. He reminded the church that one person's act of courage—like David facing Goliath—can spark transformation in an entire community, and that our courage gives others permission to believe again.

Pastor Lee Domingue encouraged The Point to live with courageous faith rather than fear, sharing his personal journey from successful entrepreneur to ministry leader and emphasizing that courage isn't the absence of fear but choosing faith in God's presence. He reminded the church that one person's act of courage—like David facing Goliath—can spark transformation in an entire community, and that our courage gives others permission to believe again.

Faith moves. It believes, acts, and endures... This week, we look at Hebrews 11:20–40, a powerful collection of stories showing what faith in motion really looks like. And as we’re inspired by their example, we hope it encourage you to step out in courageous faith and take God’s love beyond our walls. Discussion Questions: According to verses 23–26, what specific choices did Moses and his parents make because of their faith? How did their actions show trust in God more than fear of people? In verses 27–29, what motivated Moses to persevere and lead God’s people out of Egypt, even when facing opposition and the unknown? Verses 32–38 list several examples of believers who suffered or even died for their faith. What do these examples reveal about the cost and endurance of faith? Verse 39 says all these were “commended for their faith, yet none of them received what had been promised.” What does that teach us about the forward-looking nature of faith and even how it ties back to verse 1 of chapter 11? What part of the message this week encouraged or stretched your faith?

What do you do when God asks you to trust Him with everything? This week in our Courageous Faith series, we’ll look at Hebrews 11:17–19 where Abraham’s faith was put to the ultimate test—and how his story points us to the cross and God’s unshakable goodness. We hope you are reminded that even when faith is tested, God is faithful. Discussion Questions According to verses 17–18, what did Abraham believe about God’s promise when he was told to offer Isaac?” What does this moment reveal about the kind of trust God calls us to—especially when obedience doesn’t seem to make sense? Verse 19 says Abraham reasoned/considered that God could even raise the dead. What does that show us about his view of God’s power and faithfulness? How can that strengthen our confidence when we face hard or uncertain moments? In verses 20–22, how did Isaac, Jacob, and Joseph express their faith in God’s future plans? Can you draw out any sort of reflections from their lives of faith that help us as we look toward the future? What stood out or challenged you from the message this week? How do you see Jesus as more beautiful and wonderful from this last week's text/sermon?

This week in our Courageous Faith series, we’ll explore how Abraham and Sarah trusted God’s promises even when they couldn’t see the outcome. Their story calls us to live in light of God’s goodness, greatness, and calling—with eyes fixed on His future for us.

What are the non-negotiables in your life as a believer? What have you purposed in your heart about your faith ahead of time? When a young Jewish teenager named Daniel was whisked away into captivity in the foreign land of Babylon, he was already prepared to live a "Courageous Faith." Join us now as we begin this new series in the OT Book of Daniel.

In this episode of Help Her Be Brave, Amy Ford reflects on the life and legacy of Charlie Kirk, a voice of boldness and truth in our generation. His passing is a reminder of the urgency to walk courageously in our calling, no matter the cost. Join Amy as she unpacks: How Charlie Kirk modeled courageous faith Why we're called to embrace hard conversations with love and truth What it looks like to live boldly in your own calling How to step forward with courage, even when it feels uncomfortable Let this conversation encourage you to shine brightly, stand strong in your faith, and live fully surrendered to Jesus.

Pastor Steve taught this message in March 2021 at a Turning Point event with Charlie Kirk, but it continues to be more and more relevant, especially now. In honor of Charlie Kirk and the incredibly courageous life that he led, listen in and be inspired to live a BOLD, COURAGEOUS, Christian life. ---------SUBSCRIBE ▶️ Receive our latest videos:https://www.youtube.com/c/PastorSteve...ABOUTPastor, author and speaker Steve Berger is known for his straight talk in dealing with various hot-topic cultural issues that many pastors avoid. In 2021, he founded Ambassador Services International with his wife, Sarah. He serves on the Executive and Pastoral Advisory Boards for Promise Keepers International, and the Jerusalem Prayer Breakfast Board, and is Pastor Emeritus of One Church Home in Fairview TN. Whether preaching or writing, in great joy or pain, Steve longs to be a proclaimer of the grace and hope that Jesus came to offer. Since June of 1987, he has been married to Sarah, the love of his life, and together, they have four beautiful children and five grandchildren.LEARN MORE

Join us for an inspiring interview with baseball coach Trace Moreno as he shares his powerful story of walking in faith to start BlackGold Baseball in Bakersfield, CA. What started as a small baseball team wanting to compete for Christ has grown to over 135 athletes at multiple levels competing for Jesus and impacting lives for eternity. Discover practical insights for walking in faith and believing God to do the impossible.SHOW NOTESGet connected to BlackGold BaseballWatch the⁠ ⁠Full Video Interview⁠⁠OTHER⁠⁠⁠Pure Encouragement⁠⁠⁠Follow ⁠⁠⁠@pureencouragement⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch on YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠Read the ⁠⁠⁠Pure Encouragement Blog⁠⁠⁠Take the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠30 Day Identity Challenge⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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